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Maurice Sullivan

New York,NY

Summary

An ambitious and dependable creative executive, with seven (7) years' experience working with major and independent artist/record labels; discovering, signing, developing, and managing emerging artists/brands building a bunch of relationsips along the way A seasoned well proven Artist Manager ,manages portfolio of new and existing artists using world-class and industry-changing management techniques. Builds and leverages broad network of strategic and creative resources to generate impactful opportunities. Comfortable interacting directly with artists, artist teams and industry executives.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

A&R

Second Estate Records/Warner Records
  • Launched & spearheaded the career of 2Rare, Delivered His Debut Album, Led Creative Marketing Campaigns
  • Launched the careers of directors George + Fred Buford (EvilTwinsWorld), In a year became the east coast premier film production company garnering over 500+ millions views to date, worked with the likes of Sha Ek, Edot Baby Lil Mabu, Rich The Kid, Rob 49 & Ice Spice on numerous visuals-Munch, bikini bottom, Deli, Think You The Shit(fart), PinkPantheress - Boys A Liar Pt 2

FOUNDER/A&R Coordinator

Underdawg Mgmt Group
01.2020 - Current
  • Discovered and developed artist 'Stunna Gambino' into an established artist with 280k+ monthly spotify listeners, and over 100+ million streams amongst all platforms
  • Grew 'Stunna Gambino's' Instagram following from 20k to 208k over the duration of 6 months
  • Secured a record deal between 'Stunna Gambino' and RCA records, working alongside Dash Sherrod, Mark Pitts
  • Collaborated with emerging artists such as The Kid LAROI, Toosii, Bizzy Banks, and Neek Bucks
  • Managed artist 'Sleazus Bhrist' and landed a record deal with Roc Nation, working closely with Shari Bryant
  • Manage day to day essential duties (recording schedule, social media, industry relations, business ventures)
  • Spearheaded marketing initiatives that effectively communicated brand value propositions, resulting in higher customer acquisition rates.
  • Formed senior leadership team through rigorous interviews and extensive candidate research.
  • Negotiated terms of business acquisitions to increase business base and solidify market presence.

ARTIST MANAGEMENT

FUTURE SOUND LLC
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Integral in the development of artist 'Leeky Bandz' landing him a deal with Atlantic records
  • Leeky has 30k+ monthly spotify listeners, and over 10 million streams amongst all platforms
  • Shadowed/Interned for Orlando Wharton (Senior VP of A&R, Atlantic Records) for 1+ years, gaining further insight on the role of an A&R
  • Managed and developed artist 'Day Lee' who signed to Republic records
  • Day Lee has 11k+ monthly spotify listeners, and over 6 million streams amongst all platforms
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.

Manager /Executive Producer

EVIL TWINS WORLD LLC
01.2022 - Current
  • Managed careers of George/Fred Buford ,Grew george from 1000 followers to over 40k followers
  • Played a pivotal role in sparking the business relationship between Ice Spice/James Rosemond & Evil Twins World
  • Executive produced music video for the likes of Ice spice,Pink pantheress,Rich the kid,Lil mabu,Luh tyler,Sexyy red,Gazo,NLE choppa,Blovee,Sha Ek,Edot Baby,Bandmanrill,Sdot go accumulating over 400+ million views in a 2 year span
  • Managed senior-level personnel working in marketing and budgeting video cost
  • Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
  • Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.

Education

GED -

Henry St High School of International Studies
New York, NY
06.2012

Skills

  • Executive Film Producer
  • Keen ear for identifying new talent/New Brands early and planting seed/Building organic relationships
  • Record crafting (finding and curating songs, producers, engineers)
  • Exceptional artist development skills
  • Strong social, interpersonal and problem-solving abilities
  • Artists management (budget development, schedule maintenance, contract negotiations)
  • Remarkable leadership capabilities
  • Talent management
  • Schedule Management
  • Music industry expertise

References

  • Dash Sherrod, Mentor/VP of A&R, Geffen Records, 917.304.3746
  • Orlando Wharton, Mentor/EVO of A&R, Capital Records/CEO Priority Records, 201.253.9528
  • Steve Carless, President, Warner Records, 1 (908) 966-7060
  • Lu Mota, SVP A&R, Columbia Records, (347) 366-7678
  • Mateo Dorado, Senior Director A&R, Atlantic Records, (561) 827-9129
  • Ron Stew, SVP Urban Promotions, (646) 742-7634

Timeline

Manager /Executive Producer

EVIL TWINS WORLD LLC
01.2022 - Current

FOUNDER/A&R Coordinator

Underdawg Mgmt Group
01.2020 - Current

ARTIST MANAGEMENT

FUTURE SOUND LLC
01.2017 - 01.2019

A&R

Second Estate Records/Warner Records

GED -

Henry St High School of International Studies
Maurice Sullivan